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Daily Creates June 8th – 15th

14 June 2026 / / 0 Comments

SUMMARY

For this week, I chose one Daily Create from the Visual, Design, and Video section to show how I used multimedia in this class. I picked the miniature‑people story because it let me take a photo and turn it into something imaginative. It helped me see how a single visual can inspire a whole narrative, and how images can be used to build a moment, not just show one.

The other Daily Creates also pushed me into different forms of media. The Silly Friday meme activity made me think about design choices, matching the right text with the right image and understanding how small changes can shift the whole message. The one‑take tongue‑twister challenge introduced me to audio, and even though it wasn’t perfect, I genuinely tried my best. Hearing myself back made me realize how different audio feels compared to visuals or writing.

Altogether, these Daily Creates helped me get more comfortable working with visuals, design, and audio. They showed me how multimedia can be used in simple ways to express ideas, and how each format brings out something different in the work I create.

#tdc5238 #ds106 #dailycreate #ds106 Find the miniature people in your place, picture one and tell the story

This daily create asked us to find some miniature people, picture them, and tell something imaginative about meeting them. This is my picture and how I encountered the people :

I was just going about my day as usual, taking a stroll in the park. Then I heard barking, it was faint, but definitely there. I turned around, imagining a dog was coming my way; I adore dogs: big or small, friendly or aggressive; all shapes and sizes, I love them all. I turned back and still didn’t spot the dog. I did a full 360 because the sound was becoming more audible, so I thought maybe it was ahead of me, but still nothing. Coincidentally, probably because I was confused, I dropped my keys. I bent down to pick them up as I normally would, and that’s when I heard the barking the loudest. I looked forward, still crouched down, and that’s when I was in awe. I saw a dog and three miniature people, all going about their days as usual. A lady was taking a smoke, a man seemed to be getting something off the bottom of his shoe — “Darn it,” he said. I could’ve screamed at that moment. The man seemed to be waiting on his dog as it hadn’t gone to poop yet. I said a quick “hi guys,” and they said hello back as though this was a frequent occurrence. Although I was in shock, I chose to pick up my keys and keep moving. Maybe I’m the odd one out — what if we’re all meant to be miniature people, and I’m just a giant?.

#tdc5201 #ds106 #dailycreate It’s silly Friday – go make a meme, silly!

This Daily Create asked us to make a meme in celebration of “Silly Friday.” It gave us this meme generator Joe’s meme generator, and it was a pretty easy process. You get a selection of already‑generated images, and all you do is add the text. You can also upload your own image as well. I have some photos of my friends that I would love to make into memes, but unfortunately, if I post them on here, I don’t think we’ll be friends anymore. In all, it was a fun, enlightening process, and that’s one more website I now have access to. This exercise really helped me try to find words that match the moment. It may be funny, but with so many pictures, you have to be very specific about which one matches the message you want to get across.

#tdc4435 #ds106 The 1 Take Tongue Twister

This Daily Create challenged us to record an audio or video of ourselves reciting a tongue twister on our first take. I was able to capture this, and honestly gave it my all. I’ll let the audio speak for itself; you can find the audio recording here:
View on Vocaroo >>

Daily Creates June 1st – June 7th

7 June 2026 / / 0 Comments

SUMMARY

This week’s Daily Creates helped me explore creativity in many ways. Each activity pushed me to experiment, think visually, and express ideas in different formats. Sharing the photo of the shell reminded me how powerful simple visuals can be in storytelling. Drawing space animals and completing the unfinished picture encouraged me to let go of perfection and focus on the process, which strongly aligns with the idea of creative risk‑taking in digital spaces.

Even though I don’t usually draw, these prompts helped me practice expressing meaning through images, not just text. That ties directly into the course’s emphasis on multimodal expression and understanding how different media can shape a message. Overall, the Daily Creates helped me become more comfortable experimenting, thinking visually, and using creativity as part of my learning.

#tdc5143 #ds106 Meaningful object
This Daily Create asked us to share a picture or drawing of a meaningful object. I chose this shell. Last week, I wrote about a man I met on the beach in St. Kitts and Nevis, and he’s the one who gave it to me. It became the most beautiful piece I’ve ever owned. Although it doesn’t hold emotional significance in the traditional sense, I was in awe of the pure kindness and selflessness it took to give me something so beautiful as a gift. Unfortunately, I had to leave it behind when I left the island, but I still cherish this picture today.

#tdc5120 #ds106 Space animals

This Daily Create asked us to draw space animals and imagine what they might look like or how they might move. While my art skills aren’t exactly museum‑worthy, my space animals turned out pretty fun. I started by trying to draw a panda, that’s what the first animal in the top left was originally meant to be. For some reason, a panda was the first creature that came to mind. As I kept drawing, I realized not everything had to be logical. I could just let the weirdness happen and enjoy the creativity of it.

#tdc4581 #ds106 Complete the picture

This Daily Create asked us to complete the drawing. At first, when I saw the unfinished picture, I immediately thought of a butterfly. But once my own pen hit the paper, I somehow ended up drawing a fish instead. It’s funny how instinct works. I don’t even draw fish normally, so I’m not sure where that came from. Still, it was fun to see how the drawing took on a life of its own. As you can probably tell from the quality of my drawings, I don’t usually dabble in art. But these prompts were genuinely fun, and they pushed me to try things I normally wouldn’t. I might practice more and try to upgrade my skills.

Daily Creates May 25 – 31

31 May 2026 / / 0 Comments

SUMMARY

This week’s Daily Creates pushed me to experiment with sound and audio in ways I’ve never tried before. Making my own beats on the 108 website was completely new to me, and even though it was harder than I expected, it helped me understand how much trial‑and‑error goes into creating something that actually sounds good. Turning regular words into jazz was chaotic in the best way, and using one of my favourite memories made it even better. Creating an audio quote also gave me a chance to practice recording my voice and thinking about how sound alone can communicate a message.

Overall, these Daily Creates helped me get more comfortable working with audio tools and expressing ideas in different formats. Even though I’m not exactly a musician, these activities showed me that I can still create something interesting by experimenting and having fun with the process. It all ties back to what we do in class: trying new tools, being creative, and learning how different types of media can shape the way we share stories.

#tdc4546 #ds106 Make A Browser Beat – Share a Browser Beat

Today’s daily create challenged me to make my own beats, using the 108 website. I had never done this before, so it was an interesting experience. It was definitely much harder than I thought it would be – not making the beats themselves- but just actually making good beats. Anyways, this is what I was able to come up with: https://martinwecke.de/108/If anyone’s interested in adding some lyrics to my beat, drop a comment, and we’ll get in the studio. I’ve also included a screenshot of the visual representation of my beats.

#tdc4304 #ds106 #ds106 Your Words as Music

Today’s daily create challenged me to make music using regular words. Just type up words, and the website turns them into some type of Jazz. Funny enough, jazz is one of the genres of music I listen to the most, so this was extra exciting for me. I decided to type the story of a man I met on the beach while I was on the beach. He was a very unique and memorable character – he gave me goggles to see the fish, gifted me the most beautiful shell, and scared the heck out of me. It’s a memory I hope not to forget, hence why I chose to turn it into music. This is my piece of jazz( pay no attention to the creative process, please:) ) https://jazzkeys.plan8.co/?msg=dddc8371-ecff-4858-9fa1-e1d8831fb504

#tdc5008 #ds106 Make an Audio Quote

For today’s daily create, I made an audio quote- an audible recording of a quote. I’ll let the audio recording pass along the message for this daily create, hence the short write-up. But I really like the concept of this daily create; it’s the perfect opportunity to spread more positivity in the world. Without further ado, here is my audio quote: View on Vocaroo >>

Daily Creates May 18 – 24

25 May 2026 / / 0 Comments

SUMMARY

Doing all these Daily Creates this week really showed me how useful it is to experiment with different types of media. I worked with audio, visuals, music, memories, and even pronunciation, and each activity pushed me to create something in a new way. The more I played around with these tools, the more I realized how much this kind of practice helps with Interactive and Multimedia Learning. It’s one thing to talk about creating engaging content, but actually making things, even quick projects, teaches you how different formats can grab attention, tell a story, or make an idea clearer.

Trying out these tools also made me more confident with the idea of building learning materials in the future. Whether it’s adding audio to explain something, using visuals to make a concept easier to understand, or finding creative ways to keep people engaged, these Daily Creates gave me hands‑on experience with the kind of skills that go into designing interactive learning tools. It reminded me that creativity grows the more you use it, and that experimenting is often the best way to learn what works.

#tdc5206 #ds106 #dailycreate Visualize The Music

This daily create prompted users to make visual art from music. Just like a couple of other daily creates, I had no idea this technology was even available. I was able to take a look at a couple of others, and unfortunately, my image is not as “cool” as I expected. But in all, this was fun, and I will definitely be trying this again with more songs. This is my image, I was singing I Get Backing by Victoria Orenze:

#tdc5065 #ds106 Going All Nostalgic On Us

This daily create prompted users to make use of a Nostalgia Machine, all you do is input a year from your childhood, and it displays all kinds of music from then. This definitely took me back. I chose the year 2016 because that truly was the last year I felt like a child – no worries, no problems, just games, family, and TV. The website brought up songs I had not thought of in ages, like Panda by Desiigner and What Do You Mean by Justin Bieber. It reminded me of the videos my sister and I would upload on Musically, now called TikTok; we did not care about being shamed, embarrassed, or “cringe.” I was transported back to a time I almost forgot once existed. I enjoyed this activity and will definitely share this with my sister.

#tdc5142 #ds106 Pronounce This

In this Daily Create, we had to pronounce a word. At first, it seems very trivial- why would this even be a task? Until I saw one of the most complex words I’ve ever seen before, Floccinaucinihilification. I was caught off-guard and immediately burst into laughter. What does the word even mean? According to the Cambridge Dictionary, floccinaucinihilification is the act of considering something to be not at all important or useful. How could such a complex word have such a simple meaning- that’s the beauty of the English Language. I wish I could’ve caught my first attempt at this on video, but this is me after a few tries at it: View on Vocaroo >>

Multimedia Story Draft

25 May 2026 / / 0 Comments

For my multimedia story, I will be taking a walk down the Dallas Road Waterfront Trail. I have been there just once before and am still in awe of the vast beauty; I’ll be doing this alone, so I can fully appreciate and journal the experience and its meaning to me. The equipment I’ll need is pretty basic: my journal, a pen ( and a spare, just in case), my phone (for pictures and videos), a snack, water, headphones, and most of all, comfortable shoes. I plan to complete the walk in the late afternoon, closer to sunset, so I can experience the changing light. Additionally, the cooler evening weather will make the walk more comfortable, while the sunset will add a calm, reflective atmosphere to my story.

I chose to go to Dallas Road because, after careful consideration, it seemed like the best fit in terms of price, realism, and experience. I first considered a day trip to Vancouver, but concluded that it was too expensive. I then considered going on a hike, but soon realized that actually completing the hike may be energy-consuming and not give me the chance to document as efficiently. I finally decided to do something I genuinely enjoy, just going on a walk. I was so caught up in trying to plan something extravagant at first, but then I realized this is exactly the kind of adventure I’d enjoy the most. Dallas Road first came to mind – it’s scenic, nearby, and easy to access.

To effectively shape my story, I will use several key factors for good storytelling. I will use descriptive language, so the reader may immerse themselves in the journey, giving them the chance to envision Dallas Road for themselves. I will also be very intentional with my tone and the mood I’m setting; I want to carry the reader along with me on this journey, so I’ll put effort into using the right words to convey the moment.

To help guide the reader, I’ll include a simple map of the Dallas Road Waterfront Trail at the beginning of my story. This will give context for where the walk takes place and help the reader follow along as I move through each section. After the map, I’ll start by briefly explaining why I chose Dallas Road and what I hoped to get out of the walk. I’ll also outline my plan, how long I expect to spend exploring, and what I want to pay attention to along the way. From there, the main storyline will unfold, where I’ll write about my experience. Here, I’ll include the pictures and videos I take, any interesting encounters I have, and describe certain moments and how I felt in them. Finally, to conclude my story, I’ll share my honest opinion on the whole experience, whether it was enjoyable, what I learned, and what surprised me along the way. I’ll also mention anything I might do differently next time and offer a few tips for anyone who wants to visit Dallas Road themselves. Throughout the whole piece, I’ll be using Mayer’s Segmenting Principle to guide the structure, breaking everything into clear, easy‑to‑follow sections so it feels organized and intentional.

For my media, I will primarily use video, text, and images; however, I may include a song or two that I listened to on the walk (I’ll probably just state the names rather than including audio). To ensure the media aligns with Mayer’s Principles of Multimedia Learning, I will be as clear as possible when using images and text. Directly below each image, I’ll include a straightforward label of what exactly is captured. I’ll be careful to avoid unnecessary or distracting media by making sure everything I include directly supports the mood and meaning of my walk. I’ll also be writing in first-person — I want the reader to connect with my experience. All this will keep me in line with Mayer’s coherence, redundancy, contiguity, and personalization principles, as I aim to reduce cognitive load. In my writing, I’ll make sure to apply everything I’ve learned about storytelling and effective learning so the reader can move through the experience easily and stay engaged.

I chose to use text, video, and images because each one captures a different part of my experience on the Dallas Road Waterfront Trail. Text lets me describe my thoughts and feelings, images show the scenery exactly as I saw it, and video brings the movement and sound of the ocean to life. Together, they make the story more immersive and help the reader connect the moment in a clear, simple way.

One challenge I may face is finding the right words to capture the moment. I feel the best way to overcome this is to study other stories that seem similar to mine and use those as inspiration without changing my own voice. Another challenge I may face is the weather. I have carefully selected the day for my adventure in hopes of minimizing this risk, and I am relying on the forecast being as accurate as possible.

I’ve included a picture from my past visit to Dallas Road to give some insight into what my media may look like.

Daily Creates- May 11- 17th

21 May 2026 /

SUMMARY

Doing this week’s Daily Creates really reminded me how many different ways there are to communicate ideas. I described silence, wove text, and even tried to capture a whole dystopian world in just four words. Each activity made me think differently about how meaning can be created, not just through long explanations, but through mood, emotion, visuals, and even tiny bits of language.

What surprised me most was how much these little creative exercises actually help with Interactive and Multimedia Learning. They push me to experiment, to express ideas in new formats, and to pay attention to how people might experience something I create. Whether it’s choosing the right words, thinking about how a message feels, or finding a unique angle, all of it connects back to building learning tools that are engaging and easy to understand.

Overall, these Daily Creates are helping me get more comfortable being creative on the spot, trying new approaches, and thinking about communication in a more flexible way, which is exactly what I need for this course.

#tdc5185 #ds106 #dailycreate Describe in writing for someone who cannot hear, the feeling of silence

For today’s daily create, we were asked to describe silence to someone who hears no sound. I had never thought of this before, so it took me some time and deep searching. Thi sis what I was able to come up with 

“Silence is absence; to some, silence is loneliness. 

Just like when you close your eyes, and there’s no one in the room. In that moment, it’s only you – no distractions, no outside influence. Just you with your inner thoughts, a chance to explore the deep corners of your mind. ” 

It is not the best description, but it was my best attempt to put my ideas into words. While this description does not fully convey the totality of what silence may truly be, it gives some insight into how I view silence. As someone who is always looking for the next thing to do, silence can sometimes mean just loneliness. 

#tdc5194 #ds106 #dailycreate Text Weave

In today’s daily create, we were asked to use this site to “weave the web of words.” I was quite fascinated by this task and the technology behind it. I never knew I could weave words – the only thing that comes to mind when I hear the word “weave” is my hair. In all, it was a fun task. The site also gives a good explanation of the concept behind text weaving. Below is my text weave and what I wrote

“When there is life, there is hope” – This was said by a Mulikat Okanlawan, a Noma Survivor who now advocates for people who may struggle with the disease – showing them that there is life after Noma. I casually came across her story while searching for a research article to study; for whatever reason, that clause has stayed with me ever since.

#tdc5212 #ds106 #dailycreate 6 Word Stories, Easy… Do 4 Word Dystopias

In today’s daily create, we were asked to create 4 word dystopias, quite similar to  Hemingway and his six words on baby shoes.

Now, I say this with shame, I had never heard of Hemingway’s six words on baby shoes until 30 minutes ago. But it was very interesting to read about, especially because it is speculated that the story was misattributed to him; he was 7 when the story first appeared!

This daily create made me think deep into what a dystopian society would look like to me. It was filled with hunger, pollution, desperation, and lawlessness. Honestly, it’s not so far from what happens today, in certain parts of the world. But, this is what I came up with: “Last one, need water.”

This is Teniola

20 May 2026 /

Hi there! Here’s a bit about me.

My name is Oluwateniola Olukareh, and I was born and raised in Abuja, Nigeria, but I currently live in Victoria, BC, on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Songhees, Esquimalt, W̱SÁNEĆ, and Sc’ianew Nations. Before transferring to UVic to complete my Bachelor of Science degree, I was actually in a 6-year MD program in the Caribbean, specifically the islands of St Kitts & Nevis and Antigua & Barbuda.

I’m someone who’s happiest outdoors, whether I’m hiking, taking long walks, or just sitting still and soaking in the beauty around me. Anything that lets me be outside (BESIDES CAMPING), I’m in. I’m also really into makeup; I love creating fun, colourful looks and playing around with different styles, it’s one of my favourite creative outlets. Another fun fact: I’ve played the violin since I was 4 years old. I absolutely adore the sound of instruments (could you guess what my favourite genre of music is?), and hope to learn the piano soon.

I grew up with lots of animals. My family back home currently has 6 dogs and 1 cat ( Yes, it can get a bit hectic). I actually volunteered with a pet shelter back in Nigeria, but I’m yet to find one here. If anyone has any ideas, please let me know! Volunteering is actually another thing I’m pretty passionate about; it’s surprising how much we could do for our community with skills we consider quite “basic”.

I’m taking this class because I want to fully immerse myself in the educational experience from the other side. I’ve spent years as the learner, but now I want to understand what it takes to design learning that actually supports students. I’m interested in how we can use digital tools and creative teaching techniques to make education more engaging, more accessible, and more meaningful for everyone.

I’m excited to learn with you all and look forward to all the conversations, ideas, and fascinating things we’ll learn in this class!

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